1975 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, both 1975 Holden Torana and 1975 Innocenti Mini were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Torana (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Holden | Innocenti |
Model | Torana | Mini |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2150 mm |